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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Arizona flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Arizona to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Arizona?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Arizona from Chicago usually cost between $252 and $371 in December.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $254 on Frontier (Dec 6-Dec 10).

What is the cheapest Chicago to Arizona flight route?

The cheapest ticket to Arizona from Chicago found in the last 5 days was to Phoenix, at $164 round-trip. The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $241.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Arizona?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Arizona is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $327 on average. Morning departures are around 8% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Arizona is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $356.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago to Arizona?

No, with an average price for the route of $422, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Arizona?

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Arizona is January, when tickets cost $245 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and March, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $360 and $351 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Arizona?

When flying from Chicago to Arizona, you should consider leaving on a Saturday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Chicago, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Arizona?

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Arizona, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$119
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

Flights from Chicago to Arizona: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Chicago to Arizona 
JanieFlew with SWISS-Feb 2025
I think you should prebook food or bring your own food.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines-Apr 2024
Use the find my gate feature on the flights phone app if available as the airport is a bit confusing

FAQs - booking Arizona flights

  • What are the standard layover options from Chicago to Arizona?

    Most airlines offering flights from Chicago to Arizona usually have at least a single stop en route. The stopover options for these flights vary depending on your airline, origin airport, and destination airport. Most flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) usually has one stop in Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) or Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP). From MDW - Tucson International Airport (TUS), there are one and two stops at ATL, DTW, and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).

  •  Where can I relax in Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) before my long flight to Arizona?

    There are lounges in every terminal. United Airlines offers three lounges in Terminal 1 and the fourth lounge in Terminal 2. Additionally, American Airlines offers four lounges, all of which are located in Terminal 3. The Swissport Lounge is a lounge that takes Priority Pass membership, which will gratify its members. SAS Lounge and British Airways Lounge are both in terminal 5. You can access the lounges by paying the one-time fee at the door.

  • Which family services are in Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)?

    A baby care room is provided with a separate area for nursing, a sink, and a washing area located in Concourse C near the yoga studio. Infant Change, The majority of restrooms at the airport have amenities. Consider using the designated security lane to make the process more efficient. Most of the airport's eateries have kids' menus and high chairs.

  • Can I rent a car in Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)?

    Yes. The Rental Car Center has a separate facility that is situated to the east of Sky Harbor. The Rental Car Center and the terminals are connected by a shuttle bus that operates every 5 to 10 minutes along the curb near the baggage claim areas. As there are only a limited number of automobiles, please reserve your car before arriving at Phoenix Airport. Several car rental businesses are located at Phoenix Airport, such as Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, and Fox.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Arizona?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Arizona.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Arizona?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Chicago to Arizona is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Arizona?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Chicago to Arizona with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Arizona?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Chicago to Arizona up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Arizona

  • If you want to get to the city center from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), you can use a car, town car, shuttle, or taxi. The most affordable and fastest way is to drive or use a taxi.
  • If you are looking for non-stop flights from Chicago to Arizona, frontier airlines offer non-stop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)-PHX. While spirit airlines and united airlines from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)-PHX.
  • If you are looking for accessible services at MDW, its parking structures provide accessible parking places. The arrival and departure vehicle loading facilities are all equipped with accessible drop-off spaces with curb ramps. All of the airport's restrooms include wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are high numbers and Braille on every elevator.
  • Two Mamava Nursing Suites are available at Tucson International Airport (TUS) if you travel with a young child. A secluded nursing area with an outlet, a bench, and a fold-down table is provided in the suites in Airside at Gate A3 and Concourse B.
  • If you are traveling with your four-legged companion at PHX, Sky Harbor has designated indoor and outdoor pet relief areas: T3, Level 1, and the Paw Pad is located on the west side of the terminal. T4, Level 1, The Bone Yard is located on the west side, just outside baggage claim.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Arizona

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Arizona? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4214 reviews
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
Airline reviews

A) Checked my luggage at the gate but never got to pre board B) if we are helping with checking our carryon and waiting 40 minutes for it we should have some privileges c) luggage took 40-45 minutes to come.. d) I asked for another snack and was told the plane is full.. seriously a small snack

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Sep 2026
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A) Checked my luggage at the gate but never got to pre board B) if we are helping with checking our carryon and waiting 40 minutes for it we should have some privileges c) luggage took 40-45 minutes to come.. d) I asked for another snack and was told the plane is full.. seriously a small snack

I like the staff members they were super nice and helpful very sweet people :)

Boarding process of asking for volunteers to check bags goes against the system you had before with 2 bags checked free. This process is more of a guilt trip than a caring attitude toward the customer. In addition bag-size scrutiny has increased which also slows down the process of boarding. My wife said she will not fly on your airline again unless there is no other option.

Overall good, just screaming kids in the area the whole flight.

OKay. I sat in the back of the plane and it was really loud between babies and little kids, and adults who.like to talk a lot and loudly most of the flight.

The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

I flew twice this week on Southwest, was delayed over 2 hours both ways. From Pittsburgh to Chicago it was due to weather but the gate agents, pilot etc were great at updating everyone. Today from Midway to Pittsburgh the plane had come from an international location, kept getting delayed, no information was given until we were delayed for the third time. It was ridiculous, whoever scheduled that plane to fly to Pittsburgh after didn’t consider a lot of things.

The staff was very friendly, professional, and courteous. The overall flight was a great experience.

Plane crashed into a bus or some other vehicle on the ground while pulling out of the gate. No injuries, but wing tip was damaged and returned to gate for “maintenance issues” and we departed 5 hours later because the plane went out of service and new plane was flown in from a nearby airport, Midway.

Flight was delayed but they still boarded us early knowing we were delayed. Were not able to move about the plane the majority of the flight.

Price was crazy watch it if you Chan he your flight

On time, easy boarding. Anytime you sit in an economy seat, it’s uncomfortable. New plane and the bathrooms were in the galley at the back of the plane which seemed odd.

Terrible service - they don’t want to be there and bad food. Entertainment system in economy from the 2000s

No drink service but there was no N/A as an option to choose. Seats were extremely tight. I am under 5.5 and I bumped my knees have no idea how taller people could manage.

I liked the snacks and the flight attendants were friendly.

Other than a way way too cold cabinets for the entire flight, all was great

Great! The plane was decently sized and comfortable. The staff was nice and there was great in flight entertainment

The flight experience was very good! Especially the United Club!

The flight from Ottawa to Chicago took a lot longer due to DC in Ottawa. We got to Chicago and went to our gate to catch our flight. We only had nine minutes I found that very stressful.

Boarding crew at the gate were hilarious and made boarding run.

No WiFi, no power to charge phone, confusing boarding, delays

There is a considerable amount of people that use the wheel chair pre boarding along of large groups of family / friends. This is not right should be limited only to the person in need and the airline assistant. Some of these people use overhead bins that do not belong to them. The aircraft had a non functional wifi . The service was bad.

Flight was delayed 3 hours. No food on plane besides snacks

Every thing went smooth. No complaints except deplaning could have been quicker

I was grossly overcharged to change my return flight. Had to do it through Kayak because it was booked that way and I was not given the fare price listed at the time on JetBlue or kayak. Was traveling with another couple that booked directly through JetBlue and they paid the $100 change fee and the difference between what they paid originally(same as me) and the displayed fares and it was less than $400 total for two tickets. I paid almost $700 to change the same fare tickets they purchased and had to pay again for upgraded seat selection that I previously paid for on top of the almost $700 increase. Difficult to talk to the kayak representative because of his accent. Told me I had to wait for confirmation to be sure it had been changed and that I could take up to a few hours. The call itself after the wait time took almost 30 minutes, which could’ve been done directly on JetBlue in 2 to 3 minutes.. My husband and I were given separate boarding zones. They would not let us board together. I had to board in the last zone. They made me check my bag even though my husband told me that he had a spot to put my carry-on. Since he boarded before me. The flight crew tried to accommodate, but the woman that was boarding in the terminal came down and would not let me take my carry-on. She was aggressive, rude and condescending to everybody in line and told them she was being audited. When I told her that my husband had secured a spot for me to put my carry-on with his backpack, that would then move to under the seat. She told me that she couldn’t play favorites, although I was second to last to board the plane since my boarding zone was changed. They told me because I forwarded my husband his ticket that’s what separated our boarding zones, but would not allow us to board together. The volume on my TV would not work, and my upgraded seat would not go into the fully upright position so I was told repeatedly during takeoff and landing to put my chair into the upright position which was embarrassing and uncomfortable to be told assertively so many times. I will not book through kayak again.

Nice plane, with TV, comfortable seats and leg room. Updated regularly on time changes

Overall, it was a fantastic experience had no movies up charge for everything haven’t flown in many many years. Crew is fantastic. Flight was good overall great experience.

What's not to like? Value?definitely. Every JetBlue member was extremely friendly on this flight. Very very nice new-ish aircraft,plenty of room. GOOD coffee. Entertainment,I didn't need it,but I think its available. What to do better? Well,there's nothing we can do about the other people, unbelievable how some folks are operating. Just don't allow people to lug all their stuff onto the aircraft. 1 bag. That's it. Be easier for you too. I personally would enjoy more options in schedule. One flight in and out a day is warranted given the local,I understand, but the times are inconvenient. Again, I completely understand why it is that way,It would however be great to have different options.

Given us a free miles or free flight for waiting for 9 hours I didn’t get home till 5am in the morning and I was supposed to be home at 9:30 touch down.

I had back trouble prior to my flight and everyone was great about helping me.

My feedback from the trip to Columbia to Chicago was meant for Chicago to Denver.

The WiFi was out gr entire flight. Had to Diane for almost 1 hour to wait for a gate to open up for plane to dock. Very bad experience.

DELAYED AGAIN and AGAIN and AGAIN - not only that, you delay in 20 minute increments for hours and hours instead of having an accurate delay understanding.

AA was fine....the overall experience was subpar, but not due to the airline due to broader issues

Check-in process was poor, very poor, only one person to check-in all passengers, so if one passenger had a check-in issue, all other passengers were delayed. All check-ins should have two airline staff to check-in passengers.

I was very unhappy with the lack of communication from the cockpit. It took close to a half an hour before we took off after the doors were closed, and we got no announcements as to progress. It would be nice to get some acknowledgement of the situation and updates as to when we are taking off.

Original flight was on time, then late, then changed gates...4 times. Once our newest plane came in, it was fine.

After a two hour delay, my flight was CANCELLED! No pilot available. Such BS.

Excellent- plan was barely populated. I cannot remember a flight where I was able/encouraged to stretch out!

Regarding the boarding: it needs more efforts to make it more convenient

Flight was canceled. Most upsetting was message from Kayak, stating that the flight was canceled and click with Kayak for details regarding rebook, refund details. THERE'S NO INFORMATION PROVIDED BY KAYAK EXCEPT THAT FLIGHT IS CANCELED. AND NOW THIS SURVEY TO FIND OUT HOW WAS THE FLIGHT !!!!!!!

Better than expected. Staff were friendly and nice on both flights.

Just know that everything, and I mean everything is “ala cart”. 60$ just to put something in the overhead bin. I will never fly Frontier again nor do I recommend them to anyone else.

Great for the price. No wifi or entertainment, but gate agents and crew were fantastic and we boarded quickly and left on time.

Our flight was canceled for no known reason. We weren’t told until we were checking in at 5:00 am. This was after our last flight with Frontier where we sat on the plane for three hours (not an exaggeration) before we took off because of a mechanical issue. We won’t be flying Frontier again.

I didn’t have enough time to catch my connecting flight and had to use a different Airline. I will be requesting a refund.

I brought a ticket and car rental through Travelocity. There was no where to add a KTN. So I thought i’d add it by looking up ticket on frontier website. I tried 3 times with the frontier chat bot to add my KTN it never updated my boarding pass. So then I tried showing up early to do it in person at the airport. The first employee update my ktn in the system and gave me a new boarding pass. I was sent back by tsa to join regular line. Then I was told to add my Ktn. It would cost me $25 extra. Given the length of the cue I did pay. Congratulations! BUT I will NEVER fly frontier again. Plus the plane was very old. It had actual ashtrays and old looking tray backs. Worst travel experience ever. Im warning my friends and family not to use frontier ever.

It was delayed 9 hours for operational reasons, despite the plane arriving to the airport on time.

Was just ok with over selling I guess. A lot of people in a short space and when we finally arrive i20 minutes, waiting to get out from the plain because we were waiting authorization for out boarding? Something like that.

They changed my flight and did not want to accommodate me or try to help me in any way. They do not care about their customers.

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